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Volunteer in Medicine in Peru - Cusco

by: International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

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Clinics and hospitals for low income families in Cusco tend to be under-funded and under-staffed. As a result, volunteers play an important role in assisting local nurses and doctors, while also learning about the healthcare system in Cusco. It is important that Medical volunteers have realistic expectations with regard to the activities that they will get involved in. Pre-medical students, first ...

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Quick Details

Locations
  • Cusco, Peru
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Medicine
Guidelines:
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • South African
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Recognitions

Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022Zero CarbonNotable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.54

Total Reviews

2

First time travelling, first time volunteering

by: Jade Greenly - CanadaProgram: Volunteer in Medicine in Peru - Cusco
10

This was my first time travelling abroad, and I'm so grateful I was directed to the IVHQ program. Leading up to the program date IVHQ always quickly and thoroughly answered all my questions, made sure I was adequately prepared to travel and always made me feel safe and secure with my decision to travel with them. They also always very clearly emphasized the importance of abroad volunteer work as well as making very clear to keep realistic expectations of your project. Being in medical project th...

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ] responded to this reviewMarch 6, 2019

Hi Jade, thank you for taking the time to share such a wonderful review of your time in Cusco! It sounds like you made the most of your time on the program and we would love to have you join us again in the future! Courteney - IVHQ Program Manager.

Medical project - Cusco, Peru

by: Venkat Suru - United StatesProgram: Volunteer in Medicine in Peru - Cusco
9

At first, I was immensely dubious about whether I should volunteer abroad via IVHQ. However, upon arrival at the site in Cusco, I was truly impressed regarding the safety of the program and the experiences that the program provides. I did not have many problems at my medical project placement. I learned a lot by shadowing doctors and nurses and really understanding the community and considering the differences between health care back home and health care in Peru. At times when the main doctor w...

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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ] responded to this reviewNovember 22, 2017

Hi Venkat, Thanks for sharing, We are so happy that you joined our program in Cusco, despite having initial reservations. It has been a pleasure to help facilitate this trip for you and we thank you for being a committed volunteer. We hope to have yo...

Program Details

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Locations

  • Cusco, Peru

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Medicine

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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